Roberts Vaux (1786-1836)

of Philadelphia; Lawyer, Cultural Promotor & Humanitarian

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He became known for implementing a public school system for the lower classes of Philadelphia, and special schools to meet the needs of the deaf and blind.

Parents (2)

Richard Vaux

Merchant, of Philadelphia

1751-1790

Ann (Roberts) Vaux

Mrs. Ann (Roberts) Vaux

b.c.1760

Spouse (1)

Margaret (Wistar) Vaux

Mrs. Margaret (Wistar) Vaux

1793-1886

Children (2)

Richard Vaux

Mayor of Philadelphia & U.S. Congressman from Pennsylvania

1816-1895

Thomas Wistar Vaux

Died unmarried

1819-1887

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Abolitionists Civil Rights Leaders Philanthropists